| Originally known as Bagdad, the city of Leander was | | | | diving and other water-related activities. The miles of |
| established in 1882. Its history, however, extends | | | | rolling hills and untouched landscape are also the ideal |
| even further back than 1882, as the first settlers | | | | home for a variety of wildlife, including the turkey |
| arrived in the area as far back as 1845. | | | | and deer that run freely throughout the area. For |
| Located in the heart of Central Texas and along the | | | | those who enjoy recreation with a bit more |
| edge of Texas Hill Country, Leander features | | | | structure, a gorgeous municipal golf course can also |
| beautiful views as well as ample recreational | | | | be found in the area. |
| opportunities. In addition, it is located within a short | | | | Parks found in Leander include:o Benbrook Ranch |
| commute from downtown Austin, making it easy for | | | | Park - located on Halsey Driver and featuring a |
| the city's 16,000 residents to enjoy all that | | | | softball field, soccer fields, hiking and biking trails, a |
| downtown Austin has to offer. In fact, the city is | | | | pavilion, a skate park, a BMX track, a disc golf course |
| only 5 miles from Austin, which means residents can | | | | and restroomso Devine Lake - located on Maple |
| regularly enjoy the numerous dining, shopping and | | | | Creek and offering opportunities for fishing, boating |
| cultural opportunities that Austin has to offer. | | | | and wildlife watchingo Mason Creek Park - located on |
| Furthermore, it is an easy commute for those who | | | | Eagles Way and featuring a small trail, a playscape, |
| are interested in living outside of the city of Austin | | | | picnic facilities and a water fountaino Robin Bledsoe |
| but who want to take advantage of the ample | | | | Park - located on Bagdad and featuring a swimming |
| employment opportunities available in the city. | | | | pool, a playscape, two lighted soccer/baseball fields, a |
| Of course, the city of Leander also features several | | | | water playscape, picnic tales, a pavilion, an |
| of its own dining opportunities, including restaurants | | | | amphitheater, a basketball court, concessions, a BBQ |
| that offer Mexican, Italian and Chinese cuisine. Some | | | | grill and restrooms |
| of the other major attractions found within the city | | | | The Leander Parks & Recreation department |
| of Leander include:o Crystal Falls Golf Course - an | | | | operates these parks and hosts numerous special |
| 18-hole course offering a challenge to players of all | | | | events for the whole family, including Movies at the |
| abilities. The course features a grille, a fully stocked | | | | Park, the Concert Series in the Park, the Liberty |
| pro shop, a driving range, and two teaching | | | | Fest, the Spring Egg-Stravaganza, swimming lessons |
| professionals.o Leander Library - a 17,000 square foot | | | | and softball leagues. |
| state-of-the-art facility featuring wireless Internet | | | | Children who live in Leander receive an excellent |
| access, community conference rooms and a coffee | | | | education through the Leander Independent School |
| shop.o Way Off Broadway - features live theater | | | | District, which is one of the fastest growing districts |
| performed by a volunteer cast and crew | | | | in Texas. The district, which is already serving over |
| For the outdoor enthusiast, the rolling hills and | | | | 19,000 students, has received "Recognized District" |
| beautiful lakes found within the Leander area are | | | | honors from the Texas Education Agency. The |
| certainly quite welcome. Thanks to its proximity to | | | | district is dedicated to continually improving its |
| the Highland Lakes, residents of Leander can easily | | | | curriculum, focusing on modeling ethical behavior and |
| enjoy boating, sailing, water skiing, fishing, scuba | | | | encouraging parental and community involvement. |